Reelfoot Lake State Park - Airpark Area, Campground, Trails & Lagoon

Tennessee · Southeast

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Habitat

WetlandLake

Best Seasons

Spring Fall Winter

Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Reelfoot Lake State Park - Airpark Area, Campground, Trails & Lagoon is a productive birding destination in Tennessee, with 208 species recorded on eBird. This wetland and lake habitat attracts Red-bellied Woodpecker, Northern Flicker, and White-breasted Nuthatch among many others. Mild winters attract waterfowl and sparrows, while spring and fall migration bring neotropical songbirds.

Location

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Notable Species

Red-bellied Woodpecker Northern Flicker White-breasted Nuthatch Northern Cardinal Snow Goose

Live Bird Data

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Hooded Warbler

Setophaga citrina

7/14/2026Reelfoot-Indian Creek #5 Watershed Lake1 observed

Forster's Tern

Sterna forsteri

7/10/2026Reelfoot Lake SP--Keystone Pocket3 observed

Western Kingbird

Tyrannus verticalis

7/10/2026Robinson Bayou (private transient fields)--Hoecake Rd north to Baptist Church Rd, Hampton Rd east to Paschall Rd2 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Yellow-crowned Night Heron

17/14/2026

Great Egret

17/14/2026

Mississippi Kite

37/14/2026

Red-shouldered Hawk

27/14/2026

Belted Kingfisher

27/14/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

17/14/2026

Downy Woodpecker

17/14/2026

Pileated Woodpecker

37/14/2026

Eastern Wood-Pewee

27/14/2026

Acadian Flycatcher

67/14/2026

Great Crested Flycatcher

27/14/2026

White-eyed Vireo

47/14/2026

Yellow-throated Vireo

17/14/2026

Red-eyed Vireo

27/14/2026

Blue Jay

17/14/2026

American Crow

27/14/2026

Fish Crow

47/14/2026

Carolina Chickadee

37/14/2026

Tufted Titmouse

27/14/2026

White-breasted Nuthatch

17/14/2026

Birding Tips

1
Bring waterproof boots for marsh trails and muddy edges.
2
Scan the edges of open water for herons, egrets, and rails at dawn.
3
Check for wintering sparrows in brushy edges from November through February.

Amenities

Parking

Restrooms

Trails

Visitor Center

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Birding Guides

Fall Bird Migration Guide

10 min read

Bird Identification: The Four Keys

11 min read

Beginner's Guide to Birdwatching

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Reelfoot Lake State Park - Airpark Area, Campground, Trails & Lagoon for birding?▼

The best months to visit Reelfoot Lake State Park - Airpark Area, Campground, Trails & Lagoon for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.

What birds can I see at Reelfoot Lake State Park - Airpark Area, Campground, Trails & Lagoon?▼

Notable species at Reelfoot Lake State Park - Airpark Area, Campground, Trails & Lagoon include Red-bellied Woodpecker, Northern Flicker, White-breasted Nuthatch, Northern Cardinal, Snow Goose. The area supports wetland, lake habitats.

How difficult is birding at Reelfoot Lake State Park - Airpark Area, Campground, Trails & Lagoon?▼

Birding at Reelfoot Lake State Park - Airpark Area, Campground, Trails & Lagoon is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.

What amenities are available at Reelfoot Lake State Park - Airpark Area, Campground, Trails & Lagoon?▼

Reelfoot Lake State Park - Airpark Area, Campground, Trails & Lagoon offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails, Visitor Center.